[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 33 (Tuesday, February 27, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E401]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL BAHARAEEN FOR THE AWARD OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 27, 2007

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Michael 
Baharaeen, a very special young man who has exemplified the finest 
qualities of citizenship and leadership by taking an active part in the 
Boy Scouts of America, Troop 354, and by earning the most prestigious 
award of Eagle Scout.
  Michael has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the years, Michael has been involved in 
scouting, he has earned 39 merit badges and held numerous leadership 
positions, serving as Patrol Leader and Scribe and is a member of the 
Tribe of Mic-O-Say.
  For his Eagle Scout project, Michael built a storage area and 
refurbished playground equipment at Crestview Elementary in Kansas 
City, Missouri.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Michael 
Baharaeen for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of America and 
for his efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of Eagle 
Scout.

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